Cydonia Collection

Pyrus cydonia, quince
A photograph of one of the decorative ceiling panels from the roof of the Natural History Museums Central Hall. Showing Pyrus Cydonia, quince

Quince tree and fruit, Cydonia oblonga Pyrus cydonia, Linn. Coignassier. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Jean Victor Dupin junior from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Herbier Artificial

Quince, Pyrus cydonia, and quince apple, Pyrus cydonia maliforma
5856525 Quince, Pyrus cydonia, and quince apple, Pyrus cydonia maliforma; (add.info.: Quince, Pyrus cydonia, and quince apple, Pyrus cydonia maliforma)

Pink flowered quince tree, Pyrus cydonia
5856717 Pink flowered quince tree, Pyrus cydonia by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Pink flowered quince tree with outline of fruit, Pyrus cydonia)

Coin Depicting the God Dionysos, late 3rd century BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the God Dionysos, late 3rd century BCE

Flowering Shrubs (chromolitho)
5219620 Flowering Shrubs (chromolitho) by Low, Marie (fl.1898); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flowering Shrubs. Illustration for The Flower Growers Guide by John Wright (Virtue)

Fig, medlar and quince
Fruit, fruits a pepin et fruits en baie. Figs, Ficus carica 1, 2, medlar, Mespilus germanica 3, and quince, Cydonia oblonga 4, 5

Quince flower, Cydonia oblonga, and poppy
Quince flower, Cydonia oblonga, Icosandria, 1, 2, and poppy flower, Papaver rhoeas, Polyandria, 3, 4. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by F

Quince, Pyrus cydonia. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880

Quince, Cydonia oblonga (Cydonia vulgaris). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Dr. Willibald Artus Hand-Atlas sammtlicher mediinisch-pharmaceutischer Gewachse

Marsh Marigold, Japonica, Violet (w / c on paper)
STC172329 Marsh Marigold, Japonica, Violet (w/c on paper) by Aubriet, Claude (1651/65-1742); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Quince - Cydonia oblonga (Cotonea malus) by Leonhart Fuchs from De historia stirpium commentarii insignes
Herbal, 16th century. Leonhart Fuchs (1501-1566), De historia stirpium commentarii insignes (Notable Commentaries on the History of Plants), 1542. Plate: Quince - Cydonia oblonga (Cotonea malus)

Picture No. 11074287
Quince Bas Rhin France. FESTIVE AMAZON

Picture No. 10899272
Quinces on the tree (Cydonia oblonga) Date:

Cydonia is a region of Mars containing several hills, which has attracted attention because one of the hills resembles a face

Cydonia oblonga, Quince, yellow green fruit

Cydonia oblonga (Quince), ripe fruit on shiny, reflective surface

Various fruits
Plate 1055 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Quince (Cydonia oblonga) fruit, has lumpy yellow skin and hard flesh that is quite bitter so shouldn t be eaten raw. When fully ripe, the quince has a wonderful perfume

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"Cydonia: A Tapestry of Nature's Delights" In the enchanting realm of Cydonia, a quince tree stands tall, adorned with its luscious fruits. The Cydonia oblonga, known for its aromatic and tangy quinces, graces this land with its bountiful harvest. Beside it blooms a pink flowered quince tree, Pyrus cydonia, captivating all who lay their eyes upon its delicate blossoms. Its vibrant colors paint a picturesque scene against the backdrop of this idyllic landscape. As we delve deeper into the mysteries of Cydonia, we stumble upon an ancient coin depicting Dionysos - a testament to the rich history that permeates these lands. Crafted by unknown hands in the late 3rd century BCE, it serves as a reminder of the gods' presence in this mythical place. Flowering shrubs add bursts of color to every corner; their chromolitho hues creating an ethereal ambiance. Fig trees intertwine with medlars and quinces - nature's tapestry woven seamlessly together. Amidst this floral symphony lies another gem - the exquisite beauty of Quince flowers intertwined with poppies. Their contrasting petals dance harmoniously under gentle breezes that whisper tales from centuries past. The allure continues as we encounter more varieties of quinces - both Pyrus cydonia and Cydonia oblonga grace our path. Their unique flavors tantalize taste buds while evoking memories long forgotten. Leonhart Fuchs immortalized these treasures in his botanical masterpiece "De historia stirpium. " His intricate illustrations showcase not only Quince but also Marsh Marigold, Japonica, Violet – each capturing nature's splendor on paper through watercolors. Yet amidst such beauty lies danger too; black henbane lurks nearby with its toxic allure. It reminds us that even paradise has shadows, and we must tread carefully in this realm of Cydonia.